Rufus Sewell to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on June 9, 2025

Is Rufus Sewell set to be the next James Bond?

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Is Sewell set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in May 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Rufus Sewell.

UPDATE 09/06/2025 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Every man, at some point in his life, wishes he could be James Bond. And with the news that Daniel Craig may well be out as 007, there are a whole bunch of actors in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Rufus Sewell become the Seventh James Bond?

Sewell’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Gods of Egypt (2016), Hercules (2014) and Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Sewell now is – what next?

Three reasons Rufus Sewell would be good for the James Bond franchise

It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be Rufus Sewell?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Sewell.
It would give Rufus Sewell a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Sewell To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy

Twitter was flooded again Sunday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Rufus Sewell for James Bond.

“His name is Sewell. Rufus Sewell!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 8, 2025

“He was perfect as Adam in Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 8, 2025

“A 57-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 8, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Sewell has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 8, 2025

Rumors about Rufus Sewell stepping into the role's next iteration have been floating about for a while now. He is characterized by being smooth, slick, handsome, rugged and charming. These are definitely the characteristics needed to play James Bond. Don’t you agree?

Do you think Rufus Sewell should be the next James Bond?